Training Qualifications UK - Learning & Development Lead

Training Qualifications UK - Learning & Development LeadAt AQA, we're committed to advancing education and we're committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it's our people who make this happen. Lead the development of Company-wide training and support managers across the business in designing training for their own departments. Lead the delivery of Company-wide training and coach/support managers to ensure effective delivery of departmental training. Support the content design, delivery, and ongoing review of the comprehensive induction programme, ensuring it remains fit for purpose and effective. Lead the ongoing content development, delivery, coordination, and review of: + Management Development Programme + High Potential Development Programme Support managers with the development of training identified within the Company Training Matrix. Proactively support the ongoing content development, coordination/scheduling of sessions, and evaluation of effectiveness. Support the L&D Manager with the introduction of new initiatives such as a mentoring programme, Passport to Recruit, and Passport to Manage. Lead the evaluation of training (e.g., induction) and introduce mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of all training delivered across the business. Support the use and effectiveness of TQUK's qualifications, monitoring progress and outcomes. Produce periodic reports for the L&D Manager, Heads of Pillar, and other managers, using insights to inform planning. Support the People Services Team with ongoing employee engagement initiatives (currently Gallup). Work with the HR Manager and People Coordinators to ensure training is delivered as scheduled and accurate training records are maintained. Model TQUK behaviours by demonstrating courtesy, a commitment to learning, and prioritising the team above self. Maintain in depth knowledge of TQUK products and services. Maintain an in depth understanding of regulatory requirements associated with own area of work. Liaise with other departments to identify where training can have a positive impact. Work to improve and streamline processes and integrate the outcomes of your own work. Undertake other duties considered within your skill and competence to assist the smooth running of the business as required. Champion the organisation values at all times to model behaviours to wider team staff. Minimum of three years' experience of working in a similar role. Experience of end-to-end training development and implementation. Proven experience of introducing new programmes of training. CIPD qualified level 5 or above or a similar qualification is desirable. Experience of using a range of dynamic training tools, LMS systems and training platforms. Coaching qualification such as International Coaching Federation (ICF) or equivalent. Experience of or ideally trained in using psychometric profiling tools such as Insights, Belbin etc. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Exceptional organisation and prioritisation skills. Ideally some project management experience Ability to work autonomously. Willingness to learn. Enjoy working as part of a team. Self-starter and takes responsibility for own area of work. Completer finisher. Apply a flexible approach to all work tasks and working relationships. Be confident and ambitious with a "can do, will do" attitude that puts the company before self. Be well motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work on your own initiative. Be able to have fun! Work well with others. Be able to keep an eye on the bigger picture and appreciate where your role fits into the business. Be passionate about education and learning and the opportunities that it brings. Be courteous. Have outstanding organisational and time management skills. Have sound IT skills to support core role functions. Training, Qualifications & Apprenticeships. It's what we do! 25 days annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday (33 in total). Additional annual leave day each year, after 2 years of continuous service (up to 28 days) An extra day off to celebrate your birthday. Annual Loyalty Bonus. Annual salary review. Bupa healthcare benefits Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) NEST pension. Cycle-to-work scheme. A positive and supportive working environment. Comprehensive onboarding. A workplace that supports a healthy work/life balance.AQA is an independent charity that sets and marks over half of all GCSEs and A-levels in the UK every year. Our purpose is to advance education by helping students and teachers to realise their potential. As part of AQA, you'll very quickly appreciate the determination and unwavering passion to deliver this goal in everything we do. To help drive these ambitions, AQA invests in the development of its people by offering a range of professional development and learning opportunities leading to over 50% of our permanent roles being filled internally. Reasonable Adjustments If you have any requirements for reasonable adjustments in relation to the application, interview or the prospective job, please contact Faye Harrison (she/her) at or on . We are asking for this information to make the process as equitable as possible for each candidate. Please note that Faye will not be able to assist you with enquiries regarding Temporary vacancies or non-recruitment enquiries. If you have query regarding Temporary vacancies, please contact: Smart Working We're operating a smart working model. This allows for our colleagues to work from two days a week in one of our offices across England. Equality, diversity and inclusion AQA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone - regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background - is valued, respected, and supported to thrive. Conflict of Interest Please note that due to the confidential nature of our work, we are unable to employ people for our temporary roles who are currently a candidate for Key Stage 4 and 5 public examinations. Safeguarding AQA is committed to the safeguarding of children and adults at risk. We're dedicated to reducing the risk of employing or contracting any person intent on abusing their position of trust, along with identifying and responding to any incident of alleged abuse from its employees or associates fairly and swiftly.For more information on safeguarding at AQA please visit the AQA website . Contact Temporary roles: Permanent and Fixed Term roles: